John Montgomery Ward
Baseball player and manager
Born
March 3rd, 1860
165 years ago
Died
March 4th, 1925
100 years ago — 65 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played professional baseball as a pitcher and shortstop from 1878 to 1894, primarily with the Providence Grays and New York Giants. Transitioned to managing teams, notably leading the New York Giants. Contributed to the formation of the Players' League in 1890, advocating for players' rights and profits. Influential in establishing the first players' union in sports history.
Played for the Providence Grays
Managed the New York Giants
Founded the Players' League
Advocated for players' rights
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